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EF62 LLW

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,896 mi
Last recorded164,896 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF62 LLW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 164,896 miles

Both rear tyres slight cracking

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2026 164,896 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres slight cracking

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 158,349 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 150,243 miles

Both front tyres worn inner edge

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 139,365 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 128,409 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 128,409 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 117,019 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 107,603 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 96,886 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 86,769 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 71,346 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 56,060 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 42,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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EF62 LLW is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 64,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF62 LLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF62 LLW registered?

EF62 LLW is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 January 2013.

Is EF62 LLW safe to buy?

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